Walter Allward's Canadian National Vimy Memorial has become a focal point for remembering this country's First World War sacrifices. They’ll gather to recognize the 100th anniversary of the ferocious four-day battle at Vimy Ridge, which began April 9, 1917. Article Continued BelowIn July 1936, thousands of French civilians, Canadian First World War vets and their supporters watched the monument’s unveiling by King Edward VIII. Walter Allward of Toronto was already well-known when he received the Vimy monument commission. During the Second World War, rumours circulated that Hitler’s army would destroy the memorial.

Source: thestar April 02, 2017 09:56 UTC